Suspect in Fort Bend County deputy’s hit-and-run death taken into custody by ICE

HOUSTON – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) says the suspect in the hit-and-run collision that led to Fort Bend County sheriff’s deputy Kenneth Lewis’ death has been taken into custody by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Dennis Arguello-Acosta was arrested by federal authorities and may now face state charges, according to DHS.

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The agency says the FBI received an anonymous tip on Mar. 11 and ICE with coordination from the FBI was able to identify Arguello-Acosta and the location of his residence.

Deputy Kenneth Lewis was hit on February 21 when he stopped to help a stranded motorist on I-10 near Eldridge Parkway. While he was assisting, he was struck by a passing vehicle which fled the scene.

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Deputy Lewis was taken to a hospital where he succumbed to his injuries the following Monday.